Every podcast appearance by an NFDA spokesperson is an opportunity to help more people understand the value of funeral service and the compassionate professionals who serve families every day.

That’s exactly what NFDA President Dan Ford accomplished in a recent episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, where he discussed the growing role of therapy dogs in supporting grieving families.

In the episode, “Therapy Dogs in Funeral Homes: Comfort for Grieving Families,” Ford shares how certified therapy dogs Joey and Annie provide comfort to families at his funeral home and discusses the training, certification and thoughtful planning that allow therapy dogs to become part of the funeral experience. The conversation offers consumers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the many ways funeral professionals continue to evolve their services to meet families’ emotional needs.

As part of NFDA’s ongoing public relations efforts, podcast interviews like this help educate consumers about funeral service while showcasing the expertise, compassion and innovation of funeral professionals. Every appearance expands the profession’s reach and helps replace misconceptions with authentic stories about the care funeral directors provide.

You can help extend that reach.

Consider sharing this episode on your funeral home’s social media channels, in your newsletter or blog, or with families who may be interested in learning more about grief support. By sharing trusted, consumer-focused content, you help continue the conversation in your own community while reinforcing the important role funeral professionals play in helping families heal.

Listen to “Therapy Dogs in Funeral Homes: Comfort for Grieving Families” from Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/comforting-closure-conversations-with-a-death-doula/id1711272921.